Tuesday 29 December 2015

Monash International Merit Scholarships in Australia, 2016

Monash University is offering up to 31 merit scholarships for international students. These scholarships will be awarded to undertake full time undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree at a Monash campus in Australia.
Monash University is ranked in the top one per cent of world universities according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. At Monash, they strives to make sure that students have the opportunity to pursue the career they aspire to.
For entry to Monash University, student must meet the minimum English language requirements. Application must include one original test report meeting the minimum results listed below- IELTS (International English Language Testing System – Academic): Overall test score: 6.5 TOEFL (American Test of English as a Foreign Language): Paper-based test: 550 Test of Written English (TWE): 4.5 or Internet-based test: 79
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded to study any of the courses available at Monash University.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree at a Monash campus in Australia.
Eligibility:
-International student
-Commencing students with a full Monash course offer or continuing students, and
-Undertaking a full time undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree at a Monash campus in Australia, or
Note: the following students are not eligible to apply for this scholarship: Students studying Australian Year 12 (these students may be eligible for the Monash International Scholarship for Excellence)
Scholarship Open for International Students: International students can apply for these merit scholarships.
Scholarship Description: Monash University is offering 31 scholarships will be available in 2016. Applications from students from all countries are invited and countries with strategic priorities for Monash will be given preference. Applicants must undertake full time undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree at a Monash campus in Australia.
What does it cover? Total average value of scholarship is up to $50,000 (based on a 5 year degree); $10,000 for a full time study load (48 credit points) paid per year until the minimum number of points for degree are completed and Recipients may be asked to participate or be profiled in relevant Monash marketing, recruitment and promotional materials and/or events).
Selection Criteria:
-Selection will be based on academic achievement;
-Students will also be assessed on their scholarship application statement (500 words), and their potential to be an ambassador for Monash University;
-Preference will be given to commencing students, particularly commencing students who are not enrolled in a Monash pathway course.
How to Apply: Applications should be submitted by post or email. Before applying for this scholarship, you must have received a full Monash course offer with no conditions.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadlines are:
Round one: October 15 Semester one or two of the following year
Round two: November 15 Semester one or two of the following year
Round three: January 15 Semester one or two of the current year
Round four: February 15 Semester one or two of the current year
Round five: March 15 Semester two of the current year
Round six: April 15 Semester two of the current year
Round seven: July 7 Semester two of the current year

Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship for Research Excellence in UK, 2016

University of Nottingham is offering 50 full tuition fee scholarships for students starting research programmes in September 2016. Scholarships are available for international students.
The aim of masters scholarship is to enable and encourage academically able students from any nationality.
The University of Nottingham is a public research university based in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom. It was founded as University College Nottingham in 1881 and was granted a Royal Charter in 1948.
International students whose first language is not English are required to have an appropriate grade/score in an approved examination in English language (such as IELTS) Academic) before they can register on an academic programme.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided to learn any of the courses offered by the University of Nottingham.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing full-time research degree programme, PhD or MPhil,
at University of Nottingham.
Eligibility: Applicants can apply for this scholarship if you:
-are classed as an overseas student for fee purposes
-already hold an offer to start a full-time research degree programme, PhD or MPhil, at Nottingham in September or October 2016, any subject area*.
Scholarship Open for International Students: International Students can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships for Research Excellence aim to recognise and reward applications from outstanding international students. In 2016, we are offering international students over 50 full tuition fee scholarships.
What does it cover? Full tuition fee scholarships.
Selection criteria: Not Known
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: Applicants must receive an offer of study before applying for our international student scholarships. If you have not yet applied for a research degree course, we recommend submitting your application 4 to 6 weeks before the scholarship application deadlines to allow time for the application process. Application for admission to study at Nottingham must be received at least six weeks before the scholarship closing date to allow time for our Admissions office to process the application and confirm your offer, before you can apply for the scholarship. Any application for admission to study submitted later than six weeks before the scholarship closing date is not guaranteed to be processed in time.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 11th March 2016.

Monday 28 December 2015

2016-2017 Scholarships for Foreign University Students Program for Study in Universities of Czech Republic, Czech Republic

If you would like to study in Universities of Czech Republic, Czech Republic and pursue Full Time Master or Phd Program in Technical and Natural Science you can avail 2016-2017 Scholarships for Foreign University Students Program which is being offered bythe South Moravian Centre for International Mobility (JCMM) in Czech Republic.
This is a Master or Phd Program Merit Based Scholarship and Students are eligible from International Students from (the third Countries out of European Union) to apply for the same. Only Few such award is being offered and the deadline for application is 31-Jan-16.
This Scholarship will offer you scholarship 7000 Czech crown monthly / approx. 250EUR for the first study year to cover basic living costs (if students achieve good study results during the first study year, they can obtain scholarship straight from the university in the following years). No tuition fee in study programs in Czech language.
Free administrative assistance and consultancy – help with university entrance exams procedure and during the first study year in the South Moravian region (diploma recognition, information service, visa, study matters etc) for the first study year.

Name of Scholarships:
2016-2017 Scholarships for Foreign University Students Program
Scholarship is offered by:
the South Moravian Centre for International Mobility (JCMM) in Czech Republic
Scholarship Offers:
Scholarship 7000 Czech crown monthly / approx. 250EUR for the first study year to cover basic living costs (if students achieve good study results during the first study year, they can obtain scholarship straight from the university in the following years). No tuition fee in study programs in Czech language.
Free administrative assistance and consultancy – help with university entrance exams procedure and during the first study year in the South Moravian region (diploma recognition, information service, visa, study matters etc.).
Duration of Reward / Grant:
Scholarship will be offered for the first study year.
Education Field:
Technical and Natural Science
Education Level:
Master or Phd Program
Based on:
Merit Based
Scholarship is open for:
Universities of Czech Republic, Czech Republic
Students are eligible from:
 International Students from (the third Countries out of European Union)
Number of Awards / Scholarships:
Few
Important Dates:
Open Date: Not Available
Last Date: 31-Jan-16
Eligibility:
Foreign Students from the third countries out of European Union pursuing follow-up master or Ph.D. study programs in Czech language, at partner universities in Brno, Czech Republic.
Applicants, who have not studied at any of the Czech universities or secondary schools so far, except for preparatory and language courses or short-term study exchange programs. Those, who already have studied in the Czech Republic or have stayed here for minimum 6 months (dated to June 2014), are not eligible to apply.
Study programs in technical and natural science are preferred.
Good knowledge of Czech language is required (follow-up master studies require very good knowledge of Czech language, for Ph.D. studies each faculty has different conditions).
Important Information:
Each applicant must have good knowledge of Czech language before arrival to be able to pass entrance exam at university and start studying in Czech straight after their arrival in Brn. The selection is being done only out of the candidates accepted at any of our partner universities in the South Moravian region into a Czech program.
To apply for the above scholarship / award / grant you should submit the following documents and should possess the following:
The mode of applying is Online.
Once all the information has been received by the South Moravian Centre for International Mobility (JCMM) in Czech Republic and the assessment of the submitted documents is complete, you will be informed about your selection in the same.
If you are looking for more information about 2016-2017 Scholarships for Foreign University Students Program you are requested to visit the following page: http://www.jcmm.cz/en/scholarship-for-foreign-university-students.html


AIAS-COFUND International Fellowships Program for Study in Universities of Denmark, Denmark

If you would like to study in Universities of Denmark, Denmark and pursue Full Time Postdoctoral Research Program in Science & Technology, Health & Medical Sciences, Business & Social Sciences and Arts & Humanities you can avail AIAS-COFUND International Fellowships Program which is being offered by the Aarhus University’s Research Foundation and European Union.
This is a Postdoctoral Research Program Merit Based Scholarship and Students are eligible from International Students and Reintegration Fellowships are open for European Researchers Returning to Denmark/the EU from a Country outside the European Union to apply for the same. Only 12 such awards are being offered and the deadline for application is 05-Feb-16.
This Scholarship will offer you fellowship includes funds for travel, research expenses and a competitive salary. for There are two types of AIAS-COFUND Fellowships:-
AIAS-COFUND Junior Fellowships (a duration of 12 to 36 months): postdoctoral research careers of 2-10 years.
AIAS-COFUND Senior Fellowships (a duration of 6 to 18 months): postdoctoral research careers of +10 years.

Name of Scholarships:
AIAS-COFUND International Fellowships Program
Scholarship is offered by:
the Aarhus University’s Research Foundation and European Union
Scholarship Offers:
A fellowship includes funds for travel, research expenses and a competitive salary.
Duration of Reward / Grant:
There are Two Types of AIAS-COFUND Fellowships:-
AIAS-COFUND Junior Fellowships (a duration of 12 to 36 months): postdoctoral research careers of 2-10 years.
AIAS-COFUND Senior Fellowships (a duration of 6 to 18 months): postdoctoral research careers of +10 years.
Education Field:
Science & Technology, Health & Medical Sciences, Business & Social Sciences and Arts & Humanities.
Education Level:
Postdoctoral Research Program
Based on:
Merit Based
Scholarship is open for:
Universities of Denmark, Denmark
Students are eligible from:
 International Students and Reintegration Fellowships are open for European Researchers Returning to Denmark/the EU from a Country outside the European Union.
Number of Awards / Scholarships:
12
Important Dates:
Open Date: Not Available
Last Date: 05-Feb-16
Eligibility:
The target group of the programme is talented researchers with at least two years of fulltime research experience after completing their PhD. Applicants can choose their research topic freely within all academic areas. Eligible applicants must comply with the following mobility demands:-
Incoming Fellowships: Open for all nationalities. At the time of the deadline, applicants shall not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies etc.) in Denmark for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to the deadline.
Reintegration Fellowships: Open for European researchers returning to Denmark/the EU from a country outside the European Union. At the time of the deadline, applicants shall not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies etc.) in Denmark for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to the deadline.
Important Information:
Salary will be based on the terms of the applying collective agreement including basic salary, plus supplement based on the employee’s seniority and qualifications, plus pension contribution. Fellows will be covered by the general labour market legislation as foreign employees are covered by the same rules and regulations as Danish employees. General employment conditions include a work week of 37 hours (7.4 hours a day) and of 25 days of vacation annually.
To apply for the above scholarship / award / grant you should submit the following documents and should possess the following:
Applications must be submitted via the AU online application system. It is mandatory to upload the following documents:-
Ethical statement
CV
PhD diploma
List of publications
Budget.
Once all the information has been received by the Aarhus University’s Research Foundation and European Union and the assessment of the submitted documents is complete, you will be informed about your selection in the same.
If you are looking for more information about AIAS-COFUND International Fellowships Program you are requested to visit the following page: http://aias.au.dk/aias-fellowships/aias-cofund-fellowships/


Sunday 27 December 2015

IISc International Fellowships for Master and PhD Degree in India

Indian Institute of Science (IISc) is delighted to invite applications for the IISc MSc and PhD Fellowship. This program is open to students from all nationals other than India. The winning fellows will receive funding for paying tuition fees, hostel and mess fees and cover your living expenses. The application deadline is February 4, 2016.
About the Sponsor(s)
Indian Institute of Science (IISc) is a public university for scientific research and higher education located in Bangalore, India. The role of Office of International Relations (OIR) is to oversee and coordinate all international programs of the Institute, including admission of international students to PhD and M.Sc.(Engg) programs of the Institute and international exchange of academic staff and cooperation in education and research with foreign institutions/industry.
Award Value
Successful candidates will be offered hostel accommodation and a fellowship by IISc. The fellowship amount will be equal to that offered to Indian students. This fellowship is usually adequate to pay tuition fees, hostel and mess fees and cover your living expenses.
Level and Area of Studies
PhD or M.Sc.(Engg) degree programme in any field offered by the host institution.
Place of Study
At the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), India.
Eligibility and Criteria
Basic eligibility criteria: Only those who are NOT citizens of India and are NOT persons of Indian origin are eligible to apply for admission through this mechanism. Indian citizens i.e. those holding an Indian passport (whether residing in India or abroad) need to apply through the the regular admission process. Similarly, persons of Indian origin holding non-Indian passports can apply for admission through the regular process of admission for Indian citizens provided they hold an Overseas Citizenship of India as per section 7B(1) ofthe Indian Citizenship Act, 1955. In addition, they need to satisfy all the eligibility criteria for admission prescribed for Indian citizens.
Foreign students are eligible to apply only for a Ph.D. programme or an M.Sc.(Engg) programme. They are NOT eligible to apply for an integrated PhD programme, ME/MTech programme, the undergraduate programme etc.
Applicants’ Nationality
All nationalities other than Indian are welcome to apply.
Application Instruction
Application should be made through the online system at the website and application link below.
Submission Deadline
February 4, 2016.


IPOET Scholarships for International Students in Sweden, 2016

Swedish Council for Higher Education is offering IPOET Scholarships for International Students in 2016. Scholarships are available for full time masters degree progammes in an any area of study.

The aim of the IPOET Scholarships is to enable and encourage academically able students from non-EU/EEA countries.
Chalmers is a highly progressive university situated in Gothenburg, Sweden. From this beautiful and dynamic part of the world we have become known locally and globally for education, research and innovation with a wide range of applications.
Applicants must citizens from non-EU/EEA countries who are required to pay tuition fees for Swedish university education.  The requirement is equivalent to (the Swedish upper secondary school) English course B/6.  International students conventionally substantiate this knowledge by submitting acknowledged tests with a prescribed minimum test result.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded for all of the current Master’s Programmes available at Chalmers starting in 2016.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing master degree at Chalmers University of Technology.
Scholarship Provider: Swedish Council for Higher Education
Scholarship can be taken at: Sweden
Eligibility:
-Citizens from non-EU/EEA countries who are required to pay tuition fees for Swedish university education
-1st year Master’s Programme applicants
Scholarship Open for International Students: Students of non-EU/EEA countries can apply for these IPOET scholarships.
Scholarship Description: 
 IPOET Scholarships
IPOET Scholarships
Chalmers will be offering around 50 IPOET scholarships in 2016, funded by the Swedish Council for Higher Education, to prospective fee-paying students. The scholarships are administered and awarded by Chalmers.
Number of award(s): Up to 50 IPOET scholarships will be offered.
Duration of award(s): Scholarships will be awarded for 4 semesters/2 year programme.
What does it cover?
-A 75% reduction of the tuition fees (4 semesters / 2 year programme)
Students who excel during their first year of studies may receive an increased scholarship reduction, which covers -85% of the tuition fee during the second and final year of studies
-No funds are transferred to the scholarship laureates
Selection Criteria: The selection is based on the applicants’ relative academic excellence, which primarily includes weighted average grade but also home university´s stature (including position on global ranking lists) and priority order of the application for Chalmers Master´s programmes.
Notification: Scholarship notifications will be announced by Chalmers up until mid April.
How to Apply: It is obligatory to submit an application for Chalmers’ Master’s Programmes at University Admissions prior to making a scholarship application. Only then will you be able to obtain your individual application number, which must be entered correctly in the scholarship application portal in order for us to obtain information about what Master’s Programmes you have applied to at Chalmers, etc. A personal link to the scholarship application portal will be sent to you via email once you have submitted some key information via the link. Note! If you do not have all necessary information at hand to complete all steps of the electronic application form, your scholarship application will not be considered.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 15 January 2016.

Faculty of Medicine Dean’s Scholarships for Study in Imperial College London, United Kingdom

If you would like to study in Imperial College London, United Kingdom and pursue Full Time / Part Time Master’s Program in Medicine you can avail Faculty of Medicine Dean’s Scholarships which is being offered by the Imperial College London.
This is a Master’s Program Merit Based Scholarship and Students are eligible from Home/EU and International Students to apply for the same. Only 09 scholarships offered 5 places are available to Home/EU Students and 4 places are available to overseas students such awards are being offered and the deadline for application is 26-Apr-16.
This Scholarship will offer you stipends will be paid in monthly installments, subject to satisfactory progression. Awardees on courses which last more than a year will have their £17,000 stipend spread over the full length of the degree for awardees on courses which last more than a year will have their £17,000 stipend spread over the full length of the degree.

Name of Scholarships:
Faculty of Medicine Dean’s Scholarships
Scholarship is offered by:
the Imperial College London
Scholarship Offers:
Stipends will be paid in monthly installments, subject to satisfactory progression. Awardees on courses which last more than a year will have their £17,000 stipend spread over the full length of the degree.
Duration of Reward / Grant:
Awardees on courses which last more than a year will have their £17,000 stipend spread over the full length of the degree.
Education Field:
Medicine
Education Level:
Master’s Program
Based on:
Merit Based
Scholarship is open for:
Imperial College London, United Kingdom
Students are eligible from:
 Home/EU and International Students
Number of Awards / Scholarships:
09 Scholarships offered. 5 places are available to Home/EU Students and 4 places are available to overseas students.
Important Dates:
Open Date: Not Available
Last Date: 26-Apr-16
Eligibility:
General Eligibility: These awards are open to all students who have made an application to the Faculty of Medicine by 26 April 2016 for admission to study for a full time or part time master’s programme at Imperial College London, starting in October 2016 (or PG Cert for a course where that is the only route to the higher degree).
Residence Eligibility: Applications are accepted from talented candidates from Imperial College London, the UK and worldwide. There are no restrictions on nationality.
Academic Eligibility:-
Candidates are expected to be able to provide evidence of outstanding academic ability. This will usually mean being among the highest achievers in their undergraduate cohort and in receipt of, or due to receive, a first class UK Honours degree or equivalent.
An applicant who does not meet this requirement (e.g. holds a second class undergraduate degree, is a health professional who did not undertake a degree course, or is from a non-traditional background), will be considered if they are able to demonstrate that they have outstanding academic potential and substantial experience relevant to their chosen subject area. This should be included in the Personal Statement section of the application form. (*Those applicants without a degree will be required, where available, to pass a Special Qualifying Examination to gain entry to the chosen course).
Candidates with degrees from overseas institutions are strongly urged to determine if their scores/grades are equivalent to the relevant eligibility criteria.
Candidates who already have a postgraduate qualification should justify their request to have an additional postgraduate course funded by the faculty. This should be included in the Personal Statement section of the application form.
Candidates who wish to apply for a Master’s course which starts as a PG Cert or PG Dip will only be considered if they are committed to completing the course to Master’s level.
Scholarships awarded based on predicted grades will be conditional upon final results.
Important Information:
Scholarships awarded based on predicted grades will be conditional upon final results.
To apply for the above scholarship / award / grant you should submit the following documents and should possess the following:
Only those who apply via the online Dean’s Master’s Scholarships application form will be considered for this scholarship. In order to be considered for the Dean’s Master’s Scholarships, potential candidates will need to do both of the following:-
Apply for a place on a Master’s programme run by the Faculty of Medicine.
Complete the Dean’s Master’s Scholarships online application form.
It is not essential to wait for an offer of a place on a programme to be made before applying for the Dean’s Master’s Scholarships, but the initial programme application must be made before submitting the scholarship application.
Once all the information has been received by the Imperial College London and the assessment of the submitted documents is complete, you will be informed about your selection in the same.
If you are looking for more information about Faculty of Medicine Dean’s Scholarships you are requested to visit the following page: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/medicine/study/postgraduate/deans-masters-scholarships/


Wednesday 23 December 2015

Internship at EuroMed Rights

Deadline: 8 January 2016
Open to: candidates with a university degree in European Studies, Human Rights, Law, Political and Social Science fluent in English and French
Remuneration: EUR 751 per month + public transport + lunch vouchers
Description
EuroMed Rights is looking to recruit a bright and enthusiastic intern to assist the Brussels office in its advocacy-related work. The internship will start on Monday 1 February 2016 for a period of 6 months. The intern will assist the Advocacy team under the overall supervision of, and according to priorities set by the Advocacy Director, including the following tasks:
Support the Advocacy Officers and the Advocacy Director with the practical and logistic organisation of advocacy activities, including sending invitation letters, setting up meetings, booking hotels, etc.;
Support the implementation of relevant advocacy activities, including drafting letters and briefing papers;
Monitor EU, UN activities/calendars relevant to the Euro-Med, and inform EMHRN management, coordinators, members and Executive Committee thereof, e.g. by drafting a newsletter;
Participate in various meetings, take notes, and prepare meeting reports and minutes;
Maintain and update the database of advocacy contacts, when relevant in cooperation with the Communication Department.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the position all candidates should meet following requirements:
University Degree (may be ongoing) in European Studies, Human Rights, Law, Political and Social Science – other degrees may also be considered;
Keen interest and preferably proven work experience in the protection of human rights, NGOs of the EU/Middle East;
Fluency in both English and French (oral and written). Applicants who do not match the language requirement in English and French will not be considered. Knowledge of Arabic will be an asset;
Computer literacy in Word (at least basic Excel knowledge is required);
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing and orally;
Good communication and interpersonal skills;
Keen attention to details;
Self-motivated, well-organised, able to work independently and efficiently under pressure.
Remuneration
The position is remunerated with EUR 751 per month + public transport + lunch vouchers.
How to apply?
The deadline for applications is 8 January 2016. To apply please send your CV and motivation letter (in English) Marie Picalausa, Administrative, Financial & Human Resource Officer, at: job.brussels@euromedrights.net. Interviews will take place on Thursday 21 January 2016. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more information please visit the official website.

University of Sunderland Scholarships for Study in United Kingdom

If you would like to study in University of Sunderland, United Kingdom and pursue Full Time Undergraduate Program in Faculty of Applied Sciences; Faculty of Education and Society; Faculty of Arts, Design and Media; Faculty of Business and Law and Franchised programmes at partner colleges as well you can avail University of Sunderland Scholarships which is being offered by the University of Sunderland.
This is a Undergraduate Program Merit Based Scholarship and Students are eligible from UK and EU Students to apply for the same. Only 750 such awards are being offered and the deadline for application is 20-Jun-16.
This Scholarship will offer you awards £2,000 cash. The Scholarship is awarded as £1,000 cash in Year 1, and £1,000 cash in Year 2.

Name of Scholarships:
University of Sunderland Scholarships
Scholarship is offered by:
the University of Sunderland
Scholarship Offers:
The University of Sunderland Scholarship awards £2,000 cash. The scholarship is awarded as £1,000 cash in Year 1, and £1,000 cash in Year 2.
Duration of Reward / Grant:
2 Years
Education Field:
Faculty of Applied Sciences; Faculty of Education and Society; Faculty of Arts, Design and Media; Faculty of Business and Law and Franchised programmes at partner colleges as well.
Education Level:
Undergraduate Program
Based on:
Merit Based
Scholarship is open for:
University of Sunderland, United Kingdom
Students are eligible from:
 UK and EU Students
Number of Awards / Scholarships:
750
Important Dates:
Open Date: Not Available
Last Date: 20-Jun-16
Eligibility:
This Scholarship is for new full-time ‘Home’ and EU undergraduate students starting in academic year 2016/17 (additional eligibility criteria apply).
To apply for this scholarship you must have a household income of £42,620 or less.
You must be enrolling in academic year 2016/17 on an eligible University of Sunderland degree programme on-campus, at the SAGE, studying a University franchised programme at one of designated partner colleges or studying at University of Sunderland in London. PGCE programmes are not included in the eligible programme list.
Important Information:
Contact eMail Id: scholarships@sunderland.ac.uk
To apply for the above scholarship / award / grant you should submit the following documents and should possess the following:
Applications for this scholarship can be made from (date tbc) via your personal VIP page.
Once all the information has been received by the University of Sunderland and the assessment of the submitted documents is complete, you will be informed about your selection in the same.
If you are looking for more information about University of Sunderland Scholarships you are requested to visit the following page: http://www.sunderland.ac.uk/ug/feesandfunding/sunderlandscholarships201617/sunderland-scholarship/


Chancellor’s International Research Scholarship at University of Sussex in UK, 2016

University of Sussex offers 10 scholarships to international students for doctoral degree program.
Scholarships are available for PhD degree progam in any subjects within Social Science Schools of study at the University of Sussex.
This scholarship aims to assist high achieving and highly motivated internationl research scholars at University of Sussex.
The University of Sussex is a leading higher education and research institution near Brighton, in the south of England. Sussex was the first of the new wave of UK universities founded in the 1960s, receiving its Royal Charter in 1961. Goal is to deliver teaching and learning programmes that are informed by current research, are attractive to students from all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, and which deliver skills for life.
Applicants must meet the University’s academic entry requirements and the IELTS English Language Requirements contained in the postgraduate prospectus. If your first language is not English, you will normally be required to pass an English language test, such as IELTS or PTE, to study at Sussex. You can find the English requirements for your course in our study with us pages (under ‘entry requirements’). The level of English required varies by subject and level of study and is expressed in IELTS terms but the link below gives a list of commonly accepted equivalencies.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided to learn any of the courses within Social Science Schools of study at the University of Sussex.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate research program at University of Sussex.
Scholarship Provider: University of Sussex, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility:  -Applicants must apply for a PhD in one of the Social Science Schools of study at the Univeristy of Sussex:
-You must be classified as an international fee paying student to apply.
-Applicants must commence their PhD academic studies in the United Kingdom in September 2016.
-Applicants must meet the University’s academic entry requirements and the IELTS English Language Requirements contained in the postgraduate prospectus
Scholarship Open for International Students:  International Students can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: The University of Sussex is seeking to attract 10 international research scholars. A scholarship will normally be tenable for one year in the first instance, renewable annually for a maximum of 3 years for full-time doctoral students. The scholarship will cover international fees and provide a stipend which will match that provided for UK doctoral students by the UK Research Council.
Number of award(s): The University of Sussex is seeking to attract 10 international research scholars.
Duration of award(s): A scholarship will normally be tenable for one year in the first instance, renewable annually for a maximum of 3 years for full-time doctoral students.
What does it cover? The scholarship will cover international fees and provide a stipend which will match that provided for UK doctoral students by the UK Research Council.
Selection criteria: Not Known
Notification: Applicants will be notified of the outcome regarding their application by Friday 11th March 2016.
How to Apply: Applicants should apply online to the University of Sussex by Wednesday 13th January 2016, you are also required to complete and submit a Chancellor’s International Research Scholarship (CIRS) application form by 29th January 2016. Applicants will need to attach a project summary to their CIRS application form. The document should be no longer than 2 sides of A4 and needs to outline the overall goals and proposed timeline of the proposed research project. It should focus on the logistics of the research, rather than its theoretical or intellectual content. It must also give details of any language training and fieldwork that will be necessary in order to carry out the proposed research.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 29 January 2016.